Pantera Capital

Pantera Capital is an investment firm dedicated solely to Bitcoin, other digital currencies, and related companies. Founded in 2003 by Dan Morehead, the firm initially focused on global macro hedge fund investments before transitioning in 2014 to concentrate exclusively on the digital currency sector. Pantera Capital believes that Bitcoin has the potential to revolutionize financial transactions, similar to how the Internet transformed communications and commerce. The firm has garnered support from notable shareholders, including Benchmark, Fortress Investment Group, and Ribbit Capital. Through its specialized focus, Pantera Capital aims to capitalize on the growth and innovation within the digital currency ecosystem.

Ryan Barney

Senior Investment Associate and Investor

Matt Gorham

COO

Joey Krug

Co-Chief Investment Officer

Sean Lim

Limited Partner

Dan Morehead

Founder Co-Chief Investment Officer and CEO

Harsehaj Singh

Investment Associate

Lauren Stephanian

Investment Associate

Paul Veradittakit

Partner

Past deals in Blockchain

Arch

Series A in 2025
Arch is a Blockchain Infrastructure Premier Bitcoin-Native Application Platform

Ethena

Funding Round in 2025
Ethena provides derivative infrastructure in order to transform Ethereum into the first crypto-native yield bearing stablecoin.

Humanity Protocol

Seed Round in 2025
Humanity Protocol is developing Proof of Humanity, a novel feature designed to provide developers with unique-human authentication mechanisms and give users complete ownership over their data and identity.

Azra Games

Series A in 2024
Azra Games is a blockchain-based game developer founded in 2022 in Sacramento, California, by Sonny Mayugba. The company focuses on creating collectible combat role-playing games (RPGs) tailored for core gamers. By leveraging blockchain technology, Azra Games aims to transform the gaming experience, allowing players to create, play, collect, trade, and socialize in innovative ways. The games developed by Azra Games feature diverse characters and are designed to provide unique gameplay experiences that enhance player engagement and interaction in the gaming community.

Genomes.io

Venture Round in 2024
Genomes.io also offers the gold standard in genomic data protection. Using state-of-the art encryption and blockchain technologies, no one except you can view or access your data without your consent. DNA data is shared anonymously and can never be viewed in plain text.

TON

Seed Round in 2024
TON is a decentralized blockchain community focused on integrating cryptocurrency into everyday life. Its primary goal is to empower 500 million users by 2028 to take control of their digital identity, data, and assets through a Web3 ecosystem developed via Telegram Messenger. The platform facilitates fast transactions with reduced fees and minimal environmental impact. It provides users with the ability to secure the blockchain through staking, influence network development, and conduct secure payments without the need for intermediaries.

InfiniGods

Series A in 2024
At InfiniGods, we are redefining the way people play games through digital ownership. Our team of gaming industry veterans brings real experience in building and scaling games that millions of people have enjoyed. Our mission is to bring this same passion to build blockchain games for everyone.

Thruster

Seed Round in 2024
Thruster is a DEX for the builders, yield seekers, and traders on Blast.

GEODNET

Seed Round in 2024
The Global Earth Observation Decentralized Network (GEODNET) operates a decentralized network of Space Weather mining stations that monitor the impact of solar winds on Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) signals. This network provides real-time data that enhances the accuracy of GNSS signals, allowing for centimeter-level positioning and nano-second time precision. The data is utilized across various industries, including automotive navigation, agriculture, construction, and geohazard monitoring. In addition to traditional applications, GEODNET supports blockchain-based services such as decentralized mapping, digital twins for the metaverse, and location-aware smart contracts. The platform's native utility token facilitates transactions for data services, rewards miners, and supports governance decisions regarding network resources.

Mezo

Series A in 2024
Mezo is a bitcoin economic layer network that provides fast and cheap bitcoin transactions to hold tokens while earning yield.

Morph

Seed Round in 2024
Morph is a fully permissionless EVM L2 that uses a combination of optimistic and zero-knowledge rollup technology to open up new possibilities in banking, gaming, social media, and entertainment. Morph is the first Layer 2 on Ethereum to launch with a decentralized sequencer, which aligns with several important web3 concepts, including decentralization, censorship resistance, and security.

Figure Markets

Series A in 2024
Figure Markets is a company focused on redefining private capital markets through the use of blockchain technology. It has developed a digital asset platform that allows users to trade, borrow, and invest within a single decentralized environment. The platform offers a range of financial instruments, including public equity, fixed-income securities, and alternative investments. Additionally, it supports cross-collateralization across all assets, enabling investors to diversify their portfolios beyond conventional options. This approach aims to enhance accessibility and efficiency in capital markets.

Morpho Labs

Seed Round in 2024
Morpho is an on-chain peer-to-peer layer on top of lending pools. Rates are seamlessly improved for borrowers and lenders while preserving the same guarantees. Morpho combines the efficiency of P2P with the liquidity of lending pools. Users enjoy an improved APY while maintaining the pool’s flexibility

Helika

Series A in 2024
Helika is a web3 technology platform that specializes in delivering real-time analytics and onboarding solutions for gaming studios and popular NFT collections. By integrating data from various sources, including Web2, in-game, on-chain, and social media, Helika enables top Web3 brands to gain valuable insights into their communities. This data-driven approach helps companies understand user behavior, enhance engagement, and improve user acquisition and retention. With its no-code platform, Helika supports gaming companies in making informed strategic decisions, ultimately driving growth and fostering a deeper connection with their audiences.

EDX Markets

Series B in 2024
EDX Markets operates as a digital asset marketplace. It caters to the needs of both crypto-native firms and large financial institutions. The company trades in various cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, and Bitcoin Cash. EDX Markets combines innovative technology with financial services to enable safe and compliant trading of digital assets. It also provides trading resources and a UAT Environment for its users. The company is also known for its focus on hiring crypto talent, as stated by its CEO, Jamil Nazarali.

Pontem Network

Venture Round in 2024
Pontem Network is a product studio focused on creating foundational decentralized applications (dApps) for the Aptos blockchain. Among its offerings is the Pontem Wallet, a secure wallet available on major platforms such as Chrome, Firefox, iOS, and Android, enabling users to store and send tokens on Aptos. The wallet integrates with several key services, including the Liquidswap decentralized exchange, Topaz and Souffl3 NFT marketplaces, and various liquid staking and lending protocols. In addition to the wallet, Pontem Network provides tools for developers, including the Move Playground code editor, the Move IntelliJ IDE plugin, and ByteBabel, a Solidity-to-Move code translator. These products facilitate the development and testing of dApps, enhancing the functionality and interoperability of the Aptos ecosystem.

Andalusia Labs

Series A in 2023
Andalusia Labs is focused on developing essential digital infrastructure tailored for internet markets, particularly in the realm of digital assets. The company offers a comprehensive platform that includes a security solution and risk management infrastructure specifically designed for the blockchain sector. This platform facilitates the management of significant amounts of digital assets, providing innovative companies worldwide with the tools necessary to navigate the complexities of risk associated with digital transactions. Through its offerings, Andalusia Labs aims to enhance the security and efficiency of the digital asset marketplace.

SynFutures

Series B in 2023
SynFutures is a next generation synthetic assets derivatives exchange focused on creating an open and trustless derivatives market by enabling trading on anything with a price feed. By cultivating a free market and maximizing the variety of tradable assets, SynFutures is lowering the barrier to entry in the derivatives market, creating a more equitable digital assets exchange market.

Brine.fi

Series A in 2023
Gasless | Instant Multi-Chain | Secure Trustless.

Florida Street

Seed Round in 2023
Florida Street is a software company focused on developing web3 products and protocols. It has created a decentralized NFT lending protocol designed to establish a transparent and efficient credit market for non-fungible tokens (NFTs). The platform enables continuous underwriting, refinancing, and renegotiation of loans, fostering a more dynamic and flexible lending environment. This innovation allows borrowers to access affordable lending options while offering lenders greater adaptability in their financial dealings.

Omni Network

Venture Round in 2023
Omni Network is a blockchain that supports applications in functioning across all rollups. The company creates technologies that support personal freedoms and enable global collaboration.

Teahouse Finance

Seed Round in 2023
Complete DeFi + NFT + GameFi ecosystem, powered by expert blockchain technology

Prism Labs

Seed Round in 2023
Prism Labs is a community development platform for the blockchain economy.

Prism Labs

Series A in 2023
Prism Labs is a community development platform for the blockchain economy.

M^0 Labs

Venture Round in 2023
M^0 is money middleware for the digital age. It is a decentralized, on-chain protocol, as well as a corresponding set of off-chain standards and APIs, that allows holders of high-quality eligible collateral to participate in the issuance of a fungible cryptodollar. With M^0, any number of institutions around the world can tap on turnkey middleware to become their own cryptodollar issuer, upgrading their money tech stack to the digital age.

Few and Far

Venture Round in 2023
Few and Far is a next-generation platform focused on experiences in Web3, encompassing NFTs, decentralized finance (DeFi), and gaming. It provides a comprehensive suite of services to support NFT projects, including launchpad services, minting tools, and outbound marketing. By offering creators liquidity and opportunities to earn, Few and Far enables them to gain visibility alongside leading collections on the NEAR blockchain. The platform's advanced technology facilitates a marketplace for digital collectibles, enhancing functionality for various blockchain applications and reimagining aspects of rewards, creativity, and community engagement in the NFT space.

Worldwide Webb

Series A in 2023
Worldwide Webb is a browser-based multiplayer online roleplaying game (MMORPG) that invites players to engage in a futuristic environment using avatars derived from various games and brand intellectual properties. The platform enables users to incorporate their own non-fungible tokens (NFTs) as avatars, fostering a unique gaming experience. Players can advance through levels, with successful participation granting access to higher-tier NFT mints. This structure not only enhances gameplay but also allows users to earn NFTs as rewards, promoting interaction and competition among a global player base.

Obol Labs

Series A in 2023
Obol Labs promotes the adoption of distributed validator technology by creating the Obol Network and its ecosystem. Its research and software development team focused on proof-of-stake infrastructure for public blockchain networks.

Jumbo

Venture Round in 2022
Jumbo is the solution for a decentralized solution that is ungoverned that seeks to lower the entry point to trade. They develop, tune, and process inherently present on the near blockchain. Their interface is used to configure a set of parameters for the asset. They provide a set of functionalities and interface-embedded constituents that help to detect the pools.

Fordefi

Seed Round in 2022
Fordefi operates a multi-party computation (MPC) wallet platform that serves as a Web3 gateway for institutions, facilitating secure connections to decentralized applications (dApps) across various blockchain networks. As the first institutional MPC wallet and security platform specifically designed for decentralized finance, Fordefi offers a range of features including MPC key management, self-service DeFi policy controls, and time-of-transaction smart contract insights. Additionally, the platform provides transaction simulation and risk alerts, enabling market participants to engage with decentralized finance securely and efficiently.

Antic

Seed Round in 2022
Antic operates a digital assets platform that facilitates shared ownership and collaborative engagement among users. Its innovative infrastructure allows businesses and individuals to add a co-ownership layer to their offerings, enabling them to manage and transact digital assets in a flexible manner. Through features such as ad-hoc multi-signature wallets and group decision-making tools, Antic promotes seamless co-sharing functionalities that make digital assets and intellectual property accessible to multiple parties. This approach not only enhances the collaborative experience but also unlocks new revenue opportunities for all co-owners, contributing to the growth of a shared ownership economy.

Sender Wallet

Seed Round in 2022
Sender Wallet is a NEAR ecological encrypted wallet that manages, exchanges, and displays crypto assets and collectibles. It is now possible to connect to two hardware wallets, Ledger and Keystone, and it is integrated with fiat-to-cryptocurrency service providers Moonpay, Banxa, and Transak. This enables users to buy cryptocurrency in over 140 countries. It builds its own pledge nodes, giving wallet users higher returns and more convenient pledge services. Sender Wallet was launched in 2022 and is based in Singapore.

Revolving Games

Seed Round in 2022
Revolving Games, Inc. is a mobile game studio based in San Francisco, California, with an offshore development team in Asia. Founded in 2019, the company specializes in creating multiplayer and deep strategy games, focusing on innovative Web3 experiences. Revolving Games aims to develop scalable massively multiplayer online (MMO) games and employs a team of industry veterans with extensive experience, having contributed to games that collectively generated over $3 billion in revenue. The studio is dedicated to enhancing the gaming experience by integrating advanced technology and creating engaging online environments for players worldwide.

Pinata

Series A in 2022
Pinata is a data management platform that facilitates the creation and management of content on the interplanetary file system. The company offers tools that simplify the handling of immutable data by combining blockchains with off-chain data storage. This integration allows developers to enhance the speed and stability of their production applications. Pinata's platform enables users to host files on the interplanetary file system network through a dedicated gateway, optimizing content requests from network nodes to conserve bandwidth and reduce loading times.

Unstoppable Domains

Series A in 2022
Unstoppable Domains Inc. specializes in providing blockchain-based domain names and services that enhance digital identity and online presence. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, the company offers NFT domains that enable users to establish uncensorable websites and control their digital identities. By allowing individuals to replace complex cryptocurrency addresses with easily readable names, Unstoppable Domains facilitates seamless interactions across more than 150 Web3 applications. Its decentralized domain registry ensures that websites and digital assets remain secure and resistant to censorship by authorities or traditional domain providers, empowering users to send and receive payments without the risk of takedown.

Optic

Seed Round in 2022
Optic, based in San Francisco, operates in two distinct sectors: AI drug discovery and Web3 content identification. In the realm of drug discovery, Optic utilizes its proprietary molecular search engine, Bioptic.io, which identifies compounds based on their activity-expressing fingerprints. This innovative approach enables the company to discover a diverse set of candidates for pre-clinical programs, with a focus on delivering AI-driven solutions for cancer therapy. In the Web3 space, Optic functions as a content identification engine that monitors blockchains to trace the origins and pathways of non-fungible tokens (NFTs), providing transparency and accountability in the digital asset landscape.

Stride Labs

Seed Round in 2022
Stride Labs operates a multichain liquid staking platform that enhances liquidity for staked assets. Established on June 23, 2022, in New York, the company allows users to stake their assets while simultaneously earning additional yield through lending, liquidity provision, and other decentralized finance activities. Users receive stTokens upon staking, which can be freely traded or redeemed for their original tokens at any time. Stride Labs specializes in the Cosmos blockchain, providing real-time tracking of accumulated rewards and enabling users to set their own risk tolerance, thereby facilitating a more engaged and profitable experience in the decentralized finance landscape.

Orderly Network

Series A in 2022
Orderly Network is a decentralized exchange protocol built on the NEAR blockchain, established in April 2022. The platform aims to provide a robust liquidity layer infrastructure that enables decentralized applications (dApps) to effectively utilize and build on its technology. Orderly Network distinguishes itself by offering market-leading execution capabilities, characterized by low latency and minimal fees, alongside access to a wide range of liquidity options. Its infrastructure supports permissionless spot and future order book trading, which allows users to address their specific trading needs while minimizing liquidity concerns during development and operation.

Ancient8

Seed Round in 2022
Ancient8 is focused on creating the infrastructure for GameFi, emphasizing software development and community engagement. The company is building GameFi Identity and Launchpad products to facilitate the marketing and distribution of GameFi and Metaverse projects, aiming to onboard millions of users. As the largest blockchain gaming guild in Vietnam, Ancient8 provides opportunities for individuals to participate in the Metaverse through various offerings, including guild scholarships, blockchain education, and institutional-grade research. The organization envisions democratizing social and financial access within the Metaverse. Additionally, Ancient8 is backed by prominent investors in the blockchain and gaming sectors.

Quantstamp

Series A in 2022
Quantstamp, Inc. is a prominent blockchain security company founded in 2017 and based in Dover, Delaware. The firm specializes in providing scalable security audits for blockchain projects and developers to ensure the reliability and integrity of blockchain ecosystems. Quantstamp offers a variety of services, including comprehensive audits, protocol testing, and vulnerability assessments. Its software is designed to monitor and detect suspicious activity within the blockchain, conducting audits of smart contracts, off-chain components, networking, and front-end systems. By enhancing the security of decentralized applications, Quantstamp enables users to implement a rigorous auditing process, preparing their blockchain projects for both launch and future developments.

Metatheory

Series A in 2022
Metatheory Inc. is an interactive technology and entertainment company building Web3 games, interactive content, social experiences, and other community-driven adventures. Metatheory’s mission is to inspire imagination by connecting people worldwide through immersive worlds built on cross-generational IP.

Chainflip

Venture Round in 2022
Chainflip is a decentralized cross-chain swapping protocol that facilitates the trustless exchange of cryptocurrencies between different blockchain networks. The platform is designed to enable users to trade assets directly without relying on a trusted intermediary, thus ensuring a secure and efficient transaction process. Utilizing advanced technology frameworks such as Rust, Chainflip allows for anonymous and permissionless swaps, eliminating the need for additional software, collateral, or wrapped assets. This innovative approach empowers investors to move funds seamlessly across various blockchains and ecosystems, providing a streamlined solution for cross-chain asset management.

Jambo

Series A in 2022
Jambo is a company focused on creating an extensive on-chain mobile network, centered around its flagship product, the JamboPhone, a powerful mobile device designed for the crypto-native market. With a foundation of over 800,000 mobile nodes spanning more than 120 countries, Jambo aims to accelerate decentralization and enhance network effects for various applications, such as validators and peer-to-peer networking. The JamboApp serves as a gateway for millions of users to engage with the on-chain economy, offering innovative earning opportunities, a decentralized application (dApp) store, and a multi-chain wallet. By integrating blockchain technology into its products, Jambo empowers users to participate in gaming, cryptocurrency trading, and decentralized finance, particularly benefiting individuals in emerging markets. Central to Jambo's ecosystem is the Jambo Token, which facilitates rewards, discounts, and other incentives, positioning the company as a key player in the evolving landscape of blockchain technology.

InfiniGods

Seed Round in 2022
At InfiniGods, we are redefining the way people play games through digital ownership. Our team of gaming industry veterans brings real experience in building and scaling games that millions of people have enjoyed. Our mission is to bring this same passion to build blockchain games for everyone.

Ondo Finance

Series A in 2022
Ondo Finance is a company that develops a cryptocurrency trading platform aimed at making decentralized finance more accessible to users. The platform allows individuals to choose between downside protection and higher returns, catering to various risk tolerances. By providing these options, Ondo Finance enables users to engage with decentralized finance yields in a way that aligns with their financial goals and preferences.

0x

Series B in 2022
0x is an open protocol that enables seamless peer-to-peer exchange of tokens on the Ethereum blockchain. It serves as a foundational standard for decentralized exchanges, promoting interoperability among various decentralized applications that feature exchange capabilities. By providing a common framework, 0x allows users to convert a wide range of assets into cryptographic tokens, facilitating efficient and decentralized trading.

CoinDCX

Series D in 2022
CoinDCX is a prominent provider of cryptocurrency trading and financial services based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. Established in 2018, the company aims to democratize finance by making investments accessible to a broader audience. CoinDCX's platform enables users to trade a variety of cryptocurrencies legally, with features that allow for secure transactions and seamless withdrawals to bank accounts. The company prioritizes user experience, offering industry-first products tailored to different types of traders based on their trading habits and risk tolerances. Additionally, CoinDCX Ventures focuses on investing in Web3 companies globally, with a significant portion of its portfolio expected to originate from India. The fund emphasizes investment in sectors such as DeFi and CeFi, infrastructure development, and Web3 applications, primarily targeting early-stage companies.

Hedge Labs

Seed Round in 2022
Hedge Labs is a software development company based in Miami, Florida, specializing in a decentralized liquidity platform for cryptocurrency assets. The company has developed a capital-efficient protocol that enables users to access interest-free loans, allowing for instant liquidity without incurring taxable events from ongoing interest payments. This innovative approach facilitates the deposit and borrowing of Solana tokens, catering to the needs of users looking for efficient financial solutions in the cryptocurrency market.

Leap Wallet

Initial Coin Offering in 2022
Leap Wallet is a non-custodial Terra wallet offering access to dApps, staking, Defi, NFTs, and more on one platform.

Mina

Initial Coin Offering in 2022
Mina is building a privacy-preserving gateway between the real world and crypto — and the infrastructure for the secure, democratic future we all deserve.

Sturdy Finance

Seed Round in 2022
Sturdy Finance is a decentralized lending network designed to give users access to high-yield lending and interest-free borrowing. The business receives stake incentive payments by using the collateral provided by borrowers in decentralized finance protocols including Yearn, Convex, and Lido. Users benefit from having no interest and no borrowing costs because these staking rewards are used to pay interest to depositors.

Metaverse Game Studios

Venture Round in 2022
Metaverse Game Studios is a blockchain-based software development company focused on creating and publishing games for digital platforms. The studio specializes in narrative multiplayer strategy games, aiming to enhance the gaming experience through cross-platform services. By leveraging blockchain technology, Metaverse Game Studios seeks to innovate the gaming landscape, offering players unique and engaging gameplay experiences.

Swim

Seed Round in 2022
Swim is a developer of cross-chain infrastructure that facilitates the seamless transfer of tokens across multiple blockchain networks. By utilizing multi-token liquidity pools and Solana's Wormhole technology, Swim offers tools that allow users to exchange native assets from one blockchain to another without the delays associated with centralized bridges or the complications of wrapped assets. This innovative approach reduces the dependence on traditional bridges and centralized exchanges, enabling clients to efficiently swap, send, and receive native tokens, thereby enhancing the overall user experience in the blockchain ecosystem.

Rarify

Series A in 2022
Rarify is currently working on making a service where minting and selling digital assets can become a non-hassle for industries such as music, gaming, applications and entertainment.

Subspace Labs

Funding Round in 2022
Subspace Labs is a distributed research and development company behind the Subspace Network. While based in Palo Alto, CA, we are a global, remote-first team of protocol hackers and cryptocurrency enthusiasts. The Subspace Network is a layer zero protocol that is fully interoperable with any layer one, allowing it to serve as an infrastructure layer for the entire Web3 ecosystem. Based on years of original R&D, Subspace is the first protocol to truly resolve the blockchain trilemma, providing an open, scalable platform for both storage and compute. Subspace currently supports Polkadot and Kusama, with more networks coming soon.

VALR

Series B in 2022
VALR is a digital asset trading platform based in Johannesburg, South Africa, that enables customers to buy, sell, store, and transfer cryptocurrencies. The platform offers a wide selection of digital assets and incorporates multiple layers of security to ensure the safety of clients' accounts and funds. VALR aims to provide a seamless and secure experience for users while promoting access to financial services at fair and transparent prices. Through its services, VALR contributes to the development of a more inclusive financial system.

Fast Break Labs

Seed Round in 2022
Fast Break Labs is a Web 3 startup that focuses on creating a blockchain-based gaming platform centered around fantasy sports. The company has launched a virtual basketball association, an online league where players can assemble their basketball teams and compete against others for various prizes. This innovative platform allows users to own teams composed of fictional non-fungible tokens (NFT) representing athletes, enabling participation in simulated games, tournaments, and leagues. Fast Break Labs aims to empower individuals in the realms of sports, gaming, and entertainment, providing a unique opportunity to engage in competitive play while offering potential rewards in cryptocurrency.

Amber Group

Series B in 2022
Amber Group is a cryptocurrency financial services provider based in Hong Kong, established in 2017 by finance professionals from leading institutions. The company offers a range of services including liquidity provision, trading, asset management, yield enhancement, collateralized lending, decentralized finance, and electronic market making. Operating globally, Amber Group serves over 200 institutional clients and has facilitated cumulative trading exceeding $200 billion across numerous electronic exchanges, with an average daily trading volume of $100-200 million. The company is dedicated to enhancing client experiences by leveraging advanced technology and quantitative research, aiming to optimize investment flexibility and maximize returns. Amber Group has also raised significant capital to support its growth and innovation in the cryptocurrency space.

Summoners Arena

Venture Round in 2022
Summoners Arena is a developer of an idle-RPG blockchain-based gaming platform that combines traditional and blockchain gaming elements. The platform offers players immersive gameplay experiences while allowing them to achieve true ownership of gaming assets. By integrating a play-own-earn model, Summoners Arena provides numerous opportunities for players to not only engage in the game but also earn cryptocurrency assets, enhancing the overall value and enjoyment of their gaming experience.

Alchemy

Series C in 2022
Alchemy is a web3 developer platform that helps companies to build reliable decentralized applications. Its mission is to provide developers with the fundamental building blocks they need to create the future of technology without the hassle of managing blockchain infrastructure in-house.

Rift Finance

Venture Round in 2022
Rift Finance is a decentralized protocol that supercharges DAO growth through restructured incentive frameworks. Rift allows DAOs to deploy governance tokens from their treasuries to deepen token liquidity without having to give up ownership.

BCB Group

Series A in 2022
BCB Group is a prominent provider of banking solutions tailored for the digital asset economy. It offers a range of services, including payment accounts, foreign exchange trading, cryptocurrency trading, and custody solutions. The firm serves notable clients in the cryptocurrency industry, facilitating efficient trading of fiat and cryptocurrencies while ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Founded in the UK, BCB Group is recognized as a multi-jurisdictional regulated cryptocurrency service firm, established by leaders with extensive experience in finance, regulation, and technology. Its executive team has backgrounds in major financial institutions, enabling BCB Group to address the growing demand for robust infrastructure in digital asset markets. By providing essential services such as trade execution, settlement, digital custody, and business banking, BCB Group aims to support cryptocurrency and blockchain institutions in navigating the complexities of this evolving asset class.

Ancient8

Seed Round in 2022
Ancient8 is focused on creating the infrastructure for GameFi, emphasizing software development and community engagement. The company is building GameFi Identity and Launchpad products to facilitate the marketing and distribution of GameFi and Metaverse projects, aiming to onboard millions of users. As the largest blockchain gaming guild in Vietnam, Ancient8 provides opportunities for individuals to participate in the Metaverse through various offerings, including guild scholarships, blockchain education, and institutional-grade research. The organization envisions democratizing social and financial access within the Metaverse. Additionally, Ancient8 is backed by prominent investors in the blockchain and gaming sectors.

Perion

Initial Coin Offering in 2022
Perion seeks to unlock the nascent potential of the gaming community by playing to win across the Metaverse Our vision is to create a decentralised organisation founded, championed and owned by gamers, building the heroes of tomorrow and uplifting communities in ways once thought unimaginable How we make it happen. Perion connects the best gamers in the field with a rapid turnover tech pipeline and training programs that continue to foster the highest achieving player-base in the play-to-earn ecosystem In leveraging its collective strengths in metagame analysis and resource allocation, Perion will seek out supernormal returns and create ideal scenarios for our vast network of dedicated members to participate in the play-to-earn ecosystem In championing our players we drive brand recognition, creating a network effect that positions Perion as the foremost representative of the competitive play-to-earn gaming community So what exactly is Perion? Perion is a decentralised autonomous organisation (DAO) that purchases, leases and manages NFT assets, for use in play-to-earn economies. We engage gamers as independent contractors, allowing them to leverage their skillsets to earn exceptional remuneration. We are built upon a community of globally ranked gamers, skilled developers and finance professionals

PsyOptions

Seed Round in 2022
PsyOptions is beta software and is a fully decentralized options protocol.

Arcade

Series A in 2021
Arcade provides an infrastructure layer for NFT liquidity that enables the financialization of non-fungible assets, non-fungible tokens, or NFTs.Arcade’s Wrapped NFT technology allows NFTs to be bundled to secure one loan. Arcade is also an open-source Defi primitive it allows developers to build on top of the platform.

Faraway

Series A in 2021
Faraway is a Miami-based company founded in 2021 that specializes in developing hyper-social blockchain games. The firm focuses on creating decentralized game economies that empower players to earn tokens and engage in competitive leaderboards. By leveraging blockchain technology, Faraway aims to enhance the gaming experience, allowing players from around the world to participate in a vibrant and interactive environment.

Alchemy

Series C in 2021
Alchemy is a web3 developer platform that helps companies to build reliable decentralized applications. Its mission is to provide developers with the fundamental building blocks they need to create the future of technology without the hassle of managing blockchain infrastructure in-house.

Stader Labs

Seed Round in 2021
Stader Labs focuses on developing decentralized financial protocols and applications aimed at efficient stake management on public blockchain networks. The company seeks to serve as a distribution layer for staking while creating protocols and products that enhance the security, decentralization, liquidity, and governance of prominent DPoS blockchain networks, including Ethereum, Terra, Polygon, and Solana. By offering sustainable staking yields from digital assets, Stader Labs provides clients with tools to optimize their staking strategies and contribute to the overall robustness of the blockchain ecosystem.

BitOasis

Series B in 2021
BitOasis is a cryptocurrency trading platform established in 2015 by co-founders Ola Doudin and Daniel Robenek. It provides a digital asset wallet and an exchange for buying, selling, and trading cryptocurrencies, with a particular focus on cash-based emerging markets. The platform emphasizes security through its multi-signature wallet and aims to create a secure and regulated environment for both retail and institutional clients. By developing a comprehensive infrastructure for cryptocurrency trading, BitOasis enables investors to manage their assets safely and effectively.

BitClout

Initial Coin Offering in 2021
BitClout is an open-source social media platform that builds a Proof-of-Work blockchain for its users. BitClout is a new type of social network that speculates on people and posts with real money, and it’s built from the ground up as its own custom blockchain. Its architecture is similar to Bitcoin, only it can support complex social network data like posts, profiles, follows, speculation features, and much more at significantly higher throughput and scale.

Audius

Venture Round in 2021
Audius, Inc. is a music streaming platform that leverages blockchain technology to create a decentralized community where artists, developers, and listeners can collaborate and share music. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, Audius enables artists to securely register their creative works and generate immutable records on its network. This decentralized approach ensures that metadata attribution is safe, verifiable, and transparent, allowing creators to connect directly with their audience without intermediaries. The platform offers features such as audio file hosting, streaming, and a creator dashboard, enabling artists to earn royalties instantly as consumers engage with their content. Audius also allows users to discover new music and verify authenticity through a transparent system. By automating payments and licensing agreements, Audius aims to empower artists while providing a seamless experience for listeners.

Abra

Series C in 2021
Abra, established in 2014 and based in the United States, is a cryptocurrency platform that facilitates buying, trading, and borrowing against digital assets. Serving over 2 million customers across more than 150 countries, Abra provides a user-friendly interface for both individuals and businesses to manage their cryptocurrency investments. The platform allows users to convert between cryptocurrencies and various local fiat currencies, catering to a diverse range of clients, including high-net-worth individuals and institutions. With a transaction volume exceeding $9 billion, Abra is recognized for its reliability and has been rated among the top five cryptocurrency wallets. The company is supported by reputable investors, including American Express Ventures and First Round Capital, as it pursues its vision of creating an accessible and open global financial system.

Offchain Labs

Series B in 2021
Offchain Labs, Inc. is a company based in Princeton, New Jersey, established in 2018. It focuses on developing solutions that enhance the scalability and privacy of Ethereum smart contracts, catering primarily to the gaming industry, financial applications, and consortium blockchains. The company offers a decentralized platform that allows for the development of smart contracts capable of handling a higher volume of transactions while ensuring user privacy. This platform combines the benefits of off-chain approaches, such as lower costs, with the security and simplicity associated with on-chain methods, thereby providing a comprehensive solution for developers and users alike.

Ondo Finance

Seed Round in 2021
Ondo Finance is a company that develops a cryptocurrency trading platform aimed at making decentralized finance more accessible to users. The platform allows individuals to choose between downside protection and higher returns, catering to various risk tolerances. By providing these options, Ondo Finance enables users to engage with decentralized finance yields in a way that aligns with their financial goals and preferences.

Pintu

Series A in 2021
Pintu is a cryptocurrency platform based in Jakarta, Indonesia, that facilitates the buying, selling, and investing in Bitcoin and other blockchain-based assets. Launched in 2020, Pintu offers a mobile application designed to simplify access to the cryptocurrency market, allowing users to efficiently manage their digital assets. The platform includes features typical of a crypto exchange and provides various financial services, enabling users to safely engage with cryptocurrencies and contribute to the broader adoption of a decentralized financial system.

MakersPlace

Series A in 2021
MakersPlace is an authentic and unique digital creation platform powered by blockchain technology for digital creators. The company enables creators to protect and sell authentic and unique editions of digital creations. The company connects creators with fans and collectors worldwide through a marketplace and network of partners. Creators are able to sign and set a limited supply on the work while delivering proof of authenticity, ownership. and scarcity on the blockchain. With MakersPlace, creators are able to better capture the full underlying value of the digital work. MakersPlace was founded on 2016 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Faraway

Seed Round in 2021
Faraway is a Miami-based company founded in 2021 that specializes in developing hyper-social blockchain games. The firm focuses on creating decentralized game economies that empower players to earn tokens and engage in competitive leaderboards. By leveraging blockchain technology, Faraway aims to enhance the gaming experience, allowing players from around the world to participate in a vibrant and interactive environment.

Eco

Series B in 2021
Eco is a financial technology company that focuses on enhancing the value of money through innovative software solutions. As a founding contributor to the Eco Protocol, it aims to reshape traditional banking and reward systems. The company has developed Bend, a platform that seeks to improve users' financial experiences by maximizing the utility and effectiveness of their money. Eco's mission centers on empowering individuals to expect more from their financial transactions, ultimately striving to redefine the relationship between people and their money.

Amber Group

Series B in 2021
Amber Group is a cryptocurrency financial services provider based in Hong Kong, established in 2017 by finance professionals from leading institutions. The company offers a range of services including liquidity provision, trading, asset management, yield enhancement, collateralized lending, decentralized finance, and electronic market making. Operating globally, Amber Group serves over 200 institutional clients and has facilitated cumulative trading exceeding $200 billion across numerous electronic exchanges, with an average daily trading volume of $100-200 million. The company is dedicated to enhancing client experiences by leveraging advanced technology and quantitative research, aiming to optimize investment flexibility and maximize returns. Amber Group has also raised significant capital to support its growth and innovation in the cryptocurrency space.

SynFutures

Series A in 2021
SynFutures is a next generation synthetic assets derivatives exchange focused on creating an open and trustless derivatives market by enabling trading on anything with a price feed. By cultivating a free market and maximizing the variety of tradable assets, SynFutures is lowering the barrier to entry in the derivatives market, creating a more equitable digital assets exchange market.

Rangers Protocol

Private Equity Round in 2021
Rangers Protocol is a blockchain infrastructure designed for future virtual worlds, offering full compatibility with Ethereum. The platform supports non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and complex applications while enhancing cross-chain capabilities, distributed networks, and Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) integration. In addition to its infrastructure, Rangers Protocol develops decentralized products and incentive programs based on decentralized finance (DeFi) principles. These initiatives aim to create a sustainable economic model that allows users to achieve stable profits in the cryptocurrency space through various functions, including token usage, storage, trading, and staking.

Nirvana

Seed Round in 2021
Nirvana is an AI-native financial infrastructure shaping the future of Agentic DeFi. - Redefining DeFi with AI Agents – Nirvana builds AI frameworks for DEFAI agents to maximize capital efficiency - AI-Native On-Chain Protocols – Empowering DEFAI agents with AI-native protocols to autonomously launch innovative financial instruments and optimize strategies

AI foundation

Seed Round in 2021
Unbound Finance is the Defi treasury for liquidity pool tokens and enables unlocking from existing AMM pools.

Lithium Finance

Seed Round in 2021
Lithium Finance is a blockchain protocol focused on creating a pricing platform for illiquid assets. By employing a Determinant-based Mutual Information (DMI) mechanism, the platform gathers insights from participants through subjective multiple-choice questions to establish fair pricing for these assets. This innovative approach aims to enhance the valuation process for pre-IPO stocks, private equity, and other hard-to-price investments. Lithium Finance seeks to leverage the advancements in decentralized finance and cryptocurrency to improve the traditional finance sector significantly.

Pintu

Series A in 2021
Pintu is a cryptocurrency platform based in Jakarta, Indonesia, that facilitates the buying, selling, and investing in Bitcoin and other blockchain-based assets. Launched in 2020, Pintu offers a mobile application designed to simplify access to the cryptocurrency market, allowing users to efficiently manage their digital assets. The platform includes features typical of a crypto exchange and provides various financial services, enabling users to safely engage with cryptocurrencies and contribute to the broader adoption of a decentralized financial system.

Bitso

Series C in 2021
Bitso is a cryptocurrency exchange platform founded in 2014 and headquartered in Mexico City. It enables users to buy and sell various cryptocurrencies, including bitcoin and ether, through a user-friendly marketplace. The platform allows customers to trade fractions of cryptocurrencies and make payments using their mobile devices, facilitating seamless transactions in the growing fintech and blockchain sectors. Bitso's focus on accessibility and ease of use positions it as a significant player in the cryptocurrency landscape in Latin America.

Notional Finance

Series A in 2021
Notional is a decentralized protocol for fixed rate, fixed term lending and borrowing of crypto assets on Ethereum. Users can lend or borrow stablecoins at fixed rates of interest for terms of up to six months using a variety of assets as collateral. Notional achieves fixed rate lending via a primitive called fCash, which is redeemable for an underlying currency like DAI upon the fCash token’s maturity date. Notional operates specialized liquidity pools that allow users to efficiently trade cash for fCash and vice versa. The exchange rate that a user receives on their trade implies a fixed rate of interest from the time of trade until the fCash token’s maturity. Notional is flexible and configurable. The protocol can add additional assets for lending and borrowing, additional collateral types, and additional maturities beyond six months. The community intends to broaden Notional’s scope over time to include a wider array of supported assets and extended available maturities. Notional prioritizes security. The protocol team works with industry leaders to ensure that the smart contracts are technically secure and that the economic assumptions applied in the protocol’s design are sound.

GlobeDX

Seed Round in 2021
The startup, which has dubbed itself the “Coinbase for derivatives,” has built a cryptocurrency-derivative exchange that supports high-frequency trading. The platform allows crypto holders to trade global markets with bitcoin and grants users the same access to data leveraged by institutional investors.

Andalusia Labs

Seed Round in 2021
Andalusia Labs is focused on developing essential digital infrastructure tailored for internet markets, particularly in the realm of digital assets. The company offers a comprehensive platform that includes a security solution and risk management infrastructure specifically designed for the blockchain sector. This platform facilitates the management of significant amounts of digital assets, providing innovative companies worldwide with the tools necessary to navigate the complexities of risk associated with digital transactions. Through its offerings, Andalusia Labs aims to enhance the security and efficiency of the digital asset marketplace.

Virtue Poker

Seed Round in 2021
Virtue Poker is a decentralized poker platform that leverages Ethereum blockchain technology and peer-to-peer networking to create a secure and transparent online poker experience. The platform aims to provide players with a safe environment for playing poker while enabling them to earn monetary benefits through its innovative system. By utilizing advanced shuffling algorithms and a globally accessible payment system, Virtue Poker seeks to enhance the enjoyment and fairness of online poker, appealing to both casual players and serious enthusiasts.

Liquity

Series A in 2021
Liquity is a decentralized borrowing protocol built on the Ethereum blockchain that offers interest-free loans to users. By allowing borrowers to use Ethereum as collateral, Liquity issues loans in its own USD-pegged stablecoin. The protocol operates under a minimum collateralization ratio, ensuring that loans are adequately secured. This innovative approach enables users to access capital without incurring interest costs, making it an appealing option for those looking to leverage their Ethereum holdings.

StarkWare Industries

Series B in 2021
StarkWare Industries Ltd is a technology company based in Netanya, Israel, established in 2017. The company specializes in developing software and hardware solutions focused on the generation and verification of computational integrity proofs. Its primary offering, known as STARK, is a zero-knowledge proof protocol that enhances privacy in blockchain applications, increases transaction throughput, and enables off-chain computation. StarkWare Industries aims to create a comprehensive proof stack to facilitate secure and efficient computational processes across various applications.

BitClout

Funding Round in 2021
BitClout is an open-source social media platform that builds a Proof-of-Work blockchain for its users. BitClout is a new type of social network that speculates on people and posts with real money, and it’s built from the ground up as its own custom blockchain. Its architecture is similar to Bitcoin, only it can support complex social network data like posts, profiles, follows, speculation features, and much more at significantly higher throughput and scale.

Anchor Protocol

Venture Round in 2021
Anchor Protocol is a savings platform that provides crypto natives, fintech companies, and investors a stable, high interest rate finance. The company was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea.

BCB Group

Funding Round in 2021
BCB Group is a prominent provider of banking solutions tailored for the digital asset economy. It offers a range of services, including payment accounts, foreign exchange trading, cryptocurrency trading, and custody solutions. The firm serves notable clients in the cryptocurrency industry, facilitating efficient trading of fiat and cryptocurrencies while ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Founded in the UK, BCB Group is recognized as a multi-jurisdictional regulated cryptocurrency service firm, established by leaders with extensive experience in finance, regulation, and technology. Its executive team has backgrounds in major financial institutions, enabling BCB Group to address the growing demand for robust infrastructure in digital asset markets. By providing essential services such as trade execution, settlement, digital custody, and business banking, BCB Group aims to support cryptocurrency and blockchain institutions in navigating the complexities of this evolving asset class.

Balancer

Series A in 2021
Balancer Labs operates as a decentralized digital asset management company, offering a flexible and trustless platform for programmable liquidity. The company functions as a non-custodial portfolio manager, liquidity provider, and price sensor, allowing users to exchange tokens without the need for deposits. This enables customers to create their own self-balancing index funds or invest in those created by others, facilitating efficient asset management and trading in the cryptocurrency space.

0x

Series A in 2021
0x is an open protocol that enables seamless peer-to-peer exchange of tokens on the Ethereum blockchain. It serves as a foundational standard for decentralized exchanges, promoting interoperability among various decentralized applications that feature exchange capabilities. By providing a common framework, 0x allows users to convert a wide range of assets into cryptographic tokens, facilitating efficient and decentralized trading.

Terra

Venture Round in 2021
Terra is a price-stable cryptocurrency designed for mass adoption. It builds financial infrastructure for the next generation of decentralized applications. Terra is backed by Luna, a decentralized asset that derives its value from transaction fees collected on the Terra network. Much like the moon stabilizes the earth’s rotation, Luna is Terra's eternal guardian of stability.

Bitso

Series B in 2020
Bitso is a cryptocurrency exchange platform founded in 2014 and headquartered in Mexico City. It enables users to buy and sell various cryptocurrencies, including bitcoin and ether, through a user-friendly marketplace. The platform allows customers to trade fractions of cryptocurrencies and make payments using their mobile devices, facilitating seamless transactions in the growing fintech and blockchain sectors. Bitso's focus on accessibility and ease of use positions it as a significant player in the cryptocurrency landscape in Latin America.
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